Software Engineer, Embedded Software Engineer

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Seyond is a leading global provider of image‑grade LiDAR technology, powering a safer, smarter and more mobile world across the automotive, intelligent transportation, robotics and industrial automation sectors. Founded in Silicon Valley with strategically placed research and manufacturing facilities across the globe, Seyond is crafting LiDAR solutions that elevate autonomous driving and fuel the advancement of smart infrastructure development. Our dynamic portfolio – including the ultra‑long‑range flagship LiDAR sensor Falcon, mid‑to‑short‑range LiDAR sensor Robin and perception service software platform Omni Vidi – powers automotive and ITS solutions for partners like NIO, Faraday Future, Exwayz and Hexagon.

Currently, over 200,000 Falcon units are in use, and the product continues to be mass‑produced today.

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior Software Engineer to join our innovative team specializing in LiDAR‑based solutions and perception software. You will play a pivotal role in developing, optimizing, and deploying cutting‑edge perception algorithms and software on edge AI platforms like NVIDIA Jetson. This position requires a solid understanding of machine learning, embedded Linux environments, and autonomous driving technologies.

• Design, develop, and optimize LiDAR‑based perception software solutions for autonomous driving and other advanced applications.
• Implement and fine‑tune machine learning models for object detection, tracking, and classification.
• Utilize edge AI platforms, such as NVIDIA Jetson, to deploy and test real‑time perception software.
• Develop and maintain software in Linux environments, ensuring high performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including hardware engineers, system architects, and product managers, to deliver integrated solutions.
• Conduct software profiling, debugging, and optimization for efficient resource utilization.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in autonomous driving, LiDAR technologies, and edge AI platforms.
• Identify customer requirements and translate them into software engineering specifications; deliver software solutions to address customer challenges.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of work experience with software engineering, focusing on autonomous driving, robotics, or similar domains.
• Proficiency in programming languages like C++, Python, or similar.
• Strong experience with Linux development and debugging tools.
• Solid understanding of sensor fusion and perception algorithms.
• Familiarity with machine learning frameworks such as Tensor Flow or PyTorch.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience with ROS (Robot Operating System) or similar robotics frameworks preferred.
• Knowledge of real‑time systems and embedded software development preferred.
• Understanding of SLAM and path planning algorithms preferred.
• Hands‑on experience with NVIDIA Jetson or other edge AI hardware platforms preferred.

• Emerging – We embrace the challenges with the opportunities as we shape our future together.
• Dynamic – It is the combination of each member’s energy, innovative spirit, open‑mindedness, creativity, and unique experience that gives us our dynamic edge.
• Genuine – We keep it real – be it with our customers, our partners, or each other. We are dedicated to being honest and collaborative in all that we do.
• Excellence – We continuously strive for higher performance, higher quality, higher precision, and higher safety.

This role is located in Sunnyvale, CA. Candidate must live in/near Sunnyvale, CA.

• A variety of health insurance plans
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness reimbursement
• Financial contributions to your ongoing development (conference participation, training, etc.)

$100,000–$200,000

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